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How do I know if I'm ready to return to work after maternity leave? Can I *really* make all the pick-ups, drop-offs AND get to work on time? Am I ready for that promotion? How do I balance managing a large team and demanding kids? Is now the right time to start my own business? Can I flourish in a part-time job? And the biggest question of all, can I *really* have it all? Whether you're returning to work after your first maternity leave or juggling a high-flying career with teenagers that won't do their homework, this is the show for you.Work It Like A Mum is a new podcast giving you a weekly dose of inspiration, confidence, and step-by-step tips (plus lots of comradery) to help you flourish in your career after kids. Hosted by the Founder of Investing in Women, Elizabeth Willetts, we chat with remarkable women redefining our working world. They'll share their secrets on how they've achieved extraordinary things after children, set boundaries and balance, challenges they've faced (and how they've overcome them) to define their own versions of success. Every episode is brimming with ideas, tools, hints and tips you can put straight into practice so you, too, can have a career you adore. We cover it all - with raw honesty and a few laughs to ensure you are seen, heard, promoted and hired - whilst keeping your sanity at home! Listen now to get all the inspiration you need to Work It Like A Mum.
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In this special bonus episode of The Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we're joined by the incredible Rebecca Newnham — straight from her car! We discuss entrepreneurship, flexible working, and how to begin 2026 with a scalable business plan. Rebecca shares her insights on the franchise model, building regional service-based businesses, and how women can create multiple streams of income without sacrificing flexibility or freedom. What We Cover: Why more women should consider entrepreneurship and f...
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we chat with Coralie Woodhead — renewable energy expert, mum of two, and co-founder of Vimma Energy. After 10 years in the solar industry, Coralie left her corporate career to launch a start-up while raising two young children. She shares the highs and lows of building a business from scratch, managing co-founders, and creating a product that helps households save on energy costs — all while juggling family life. What We Cover: Taking t...
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we chat with Hannah Fleming, founder of Ocean Bug Travel, about her journey from running a stressful homewares business to creating a thriving, flexible travel business and network marketing venture. Hannah shares her honest experience of pivoting her career, building a business around family life, and breaking through industry stereotypes. What We Cover: Hannah’s journey from law to entrepreneurship and key lessons from her first busin...
In this week's episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, we're joined by Anna Birbeck, Director of Regions & Partnerships at IN4 Group and the driving force behind the Mums in Data (MIND) programme. Anna breaks down why data roles are flexible, secure, future-proof, and far more accessible than you might think. We explore what data jobs really involve, why mums naturally excel in them, and how the MIND programme is supporting women to restart or pivot their careers with confidence. What ...
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we chat with Gemma Graystone, a Talent Acquisition Manager, mum of two, and a new side hustle success story. Gemma shares how she turned a small £10 investment into a flexible income stream during maternity leave, all while balancing life with two little ones. If you’re curious about side hustles that actually work around family life, this episode is packed with practical insights and inspiration. What We Cover: How Gemma discovered her side ...
In this week’s episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we chat with Penny Moyses, founder of Home Life and You and certified Time Hacker Coach. Penny shares her inspiring journey from working in high-pressure events to creating a movement that helps people redesign their homes, habits, and lives to truly support their wellbeing. Through Home Life and You Live, a thriving community and annual event at Excel London, Penny helps people navigate the juggle of work, family, and everything in be...
In this week’s episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with Jane van Zyl, CEO of Working Families, the UK’s leading charity supporting working parents and carers. Jane and Liz dive deep into what’s really holding parents back at work, from rigid systems and outdated expectations to the rising cost of childcare. Jane shares how Working Families is changing the game through free legal advice, employer partnerships, and government influence, helping to build a fairer, more flexibl...
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Paula Brockwell, founder and director of the Employee Experience Project, to unpack the real power of workplace culture. Paula explains why culture isn’t just about “Sunday night vibes” but is a system that drives employee behaviour, performance, and business success. What We Cover: What business culture really is and why it mattersWhy there’s no universal “perfect culture” and how alignment with business goals is keyThe role...
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, we sit down with career and leadership coach Kate Rainford-Foakes, who specialises in helping women navigate career transitions, especially those moving from entrepreneurship back into employment or exploring new directions. Whether you’ve stepped away from a business, are craving more stability, or simply wondering “what’s next?”, Kate shares practical, encouraging advice for rediscovering your professional identity, reframing your story, an...
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum Podcast, brand photographer and mindset coach Sarah Hoyle, founder of Nurture You, joins the conversation to share how confidence, mindset, and self-respect empower women to show up authentically, both online and in everyday life. From battling self-doubt to embracing authenticity, Sarah shares the story behind her ACT Framework: Acknowledge, Challenge, Transform. It’s a simple but powerful method to silence the inner critic, reframe negative thoughts...
In this episode of the Work It Like a Mum podcast, I chat with the inspiring Jennifer Spurr, an ICF-accredited career and leadership coach who helps women in leadership accelerate their careers and amplify their impact. With nearly 20 years in marketing leading brands like Cadbury, Jennifer brings deep expertise and a passion for empowering women to speak up. We explore what it really means to be courageous at work and why leaning in is not the full story. Jennifer explains why courage...
We went live with Rebecca Newenham — founder of Get Ahead, franchise consultant, mentor, and passionate advocate for flexible working — to talk honestly about what it really takes to make the leap from employee to entrepreneur. Rebecca shared her journey from being a corporate retail buyer to running a thriving outsourcing agency, giving practical advice to anyone thinking about starting their own business. We discussed: Why there’s still a stigma around entrepreneurship — and how to reframe ...
In this moving episode of Work It Like a Mum, I speak with Beth Baldwin — empowerment coach, leadership trainer, and founder of The Fabulous Facilitator. Beth shares the heartbreaking story of losing her 13-year-old son, Peter, to type 1 diabetes, and how she has since transformed her grief into a mission to save lives and support other families. Alongside her advocacy, Beth is passionate about empowering women to thrive, and we also dive into the challenges of motherhood, work, and the...
On this weeks' episode of The Work It Like a Mum Podcast, we sit down with Kate Rippon, Corporate Affairs Director at idverde. Kate joins me for an open conversation about career transitions, authentic leadership, and how coaching can shape your professional journey. Since our coaching sessions last year, Kate has taken bold steps to secure her role at idverde — a journey filled with valuable lessons and personal growth. Together, we explore: How coaching can open new doors in your career.Nav...
In this week’s episode of Work It Like a Mum, I’m joined by Lauren Currie, founder of UPFRONT, a pioneering platform on a mission to upskill 10 million women. Lauren shares her journey from starting her first business straight out of university to creating the Bond, UPFRONT'S flagship program that transforms women’s confidence and leadership potential. We explore: The real meaning of confidence and why society often penalises women for showing it.How internalised misogyny and societal messagi...
In this episode of Work It Like a Mum, we chat with Olivia Shipstone, a Chartered Financial Planner and founder of OCS Financial Planning. Olivia shares her expert insights on financial planning, saving, investing, and how mums (and everyone!) can take control of their money to achieve financial freedom. What We Cover: Olivia’s journey from big banks to running her own financial planning businessCommon financial mistakes and why starting early mattersHow to set meaningful financial and life g...
In this week’s episode of the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, I’m joined by Jo Langley. She opens up about her experience of joining Utility Warehouse (UW) as a partner and how she’s built it alongside family life and her existing marketing business. Jo talks about the reality of starting something new, from hitting her Fast Start bonus in her first month to juggling priorities as a mum, and how UW has given her an extra income stream, peace of mind, and new opportunities. We also chat about the ...
This week on the Work it Like a Mum Podcast, I’m joined by Maria Hvorostovsky — leadership coach, host of The Anatomy of a Leader, and one of Europe’s top executive search consultants. With 20+ years of placing senior leaders (including the first CEO of JW Anderson), Maria knows what makes leaders thrive and where founders stumble. She shares her journey from a family of musicians in Russia to running her own business, launching a podcast, and building a leadership ecosystem. We dive into rei...
On this week's Work it Like a Mum Podcast episode, we’re joined by Emma Thomas, executive coach, consultant, and podcast host, who helps people unlock potential and navigate big life transitions. After 30 years in academic publishing, Emma was made redundant in 2022. Instead of returning to corporate life, she reinvented herself. Now she coaches clients, runs her own podcast, and leads Managing the Menopause, helping employers create menopause-supportive workplaces. We discuss the messy middl...
This week, we're joined by Carmen Powell, CEO of ISC Group — the global network advancing women in the insurance sector and beyond. With over 20 years’ experience across industries and continents, Carmen knows what it takes to reach the top and bring others with you. We talk candidly about the “silent sacrifice” so many women make, why guilt still shadows working mums in 2025, and how to rewrite the script so your career and wellbeing thrive side-by-side. Carmen also lifts the lid on the exci...
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